Quality Inspector-2nd shift

Regal Rexnord; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Regal Rexnord in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Quality Inspector on 2nd shift to perform first article and in-process inspections, verify conformance to drawings, and support continuous improvement across production, engineering, and quality teams.

The role requires at least 1 year of quality inspection experience in manufacturing, GD&T proficiency, and the ability to read blueprints. The company offers in-person work, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical cert preferred.
• At least 1 year of quality inspection experience in manufacturing.
• Proficient in reading GD&T and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform first article, receiving, in-process, and final inspections as directed.
• Verify conformance to drawings, specs, and customer requirements.
• Conduct random quality audits on the production floor.
• Develop and maintain inspection layouts and plans.
• Document inspection results and maintain quality records.
• Support MSA and process capability studies.

Skills

Quality inspection

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Measuring instruments

MSA / CAPA

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree / technical cert preferred

Tools

CMM

Vision System

Contour Trace

Inspection equipment

Job description

Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office.

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QUALITY INSPECTOR-2nd shift
Cleveland, OH

Pay Range is $20.00 - $30.00 per hour dependent on experience

Do you have a passion for quality, precision, and continuous improvement? Join our team as a Quality Inspector and play a key role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards of excellence. In this hands‑on position, you’ll work closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to inspect precision-manufactured components, identify improvement opportunities, and help maintain the quality our customers expect.

What You’ll Do

• Perform first article inspections, receiving inspections, in-process audits, and final inspections as directed.
• Verify product conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Conduct random quality audits throughout the production floor to ensure adherence to established processes and standards.
• Support manufacturing operations by identifying quality concerns and communicating findings to production, engineering, and quality teams.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of CMM, Vision System, and Contour Trace programs and inspection layouts.
• Create and maintain inspection plans, control plans, and related quality documentation.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate quality records.
• Participate in corrective action investigations and follow‑up activities as required.
• Support Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and process capability studies.
• Compile, analyze, and enter inspection data into computer systems.
• Prepare charts, graphs, and reports used for quality and process improvement initiatives.
• Assist with internal audits and continuous improvement projects.
• Provide support for special inspection or validation activities as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree, technical certification, or related coursework in Quality, Manufacturing, or Engineering preferred.

Experience

• Minimum one year of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience inspecting precision‑machined components preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and effectively manage multiple responsibilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASQ Certified Mechanical Inspector (CMI), Certified Quality Technician (CQT), or similar quality certifications preferred.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Six Sigma methodologies preferred.

Working Environment

• Frequent standing and walking throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Regular exposure to standard manufacturing conditions, including heat, noise, machinery, and industrial odors.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• May periodically work in the Metallurgical Laboratory environment, which includes exposure to acids, bases, and other chemicals used in sample preparation.
• Ability to safely operate within a manufacturing environment while following all safety requirements and procedures.

Collaboration & Teamwork

You’ll work closely with employees across the organization, including production, supervision, engineering, purchasing, and quality teams to support inspections, corrective actions, process improvements, work instruction development, MSA activities, and capability studies. You may also occasionally interact with customers, suppliers, and external auditors in support of quality initiatives and audit activities.

What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?

• Thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Maintains a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrates strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Takes ownership of quality and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Adapts quickly to changing priorities and a variety of assignments.

Why Join Us?

At Regal Rexnord, quality isn’t just a department—it’s part of everything we do. As a Quality Inspector, you’ll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on our products, processes, and customer satisfaction while working alongside a team committed to excellence, safety, and continuous improvement.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement (not in most desc’s)

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. At the employee’s request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Regal Rexnord Corporation (“Regal Rexnord”) is a leading manufacturer of electric motors, electrical motion controls, power generation and mechanical power transmission products and sub‑systems, serving customers around the world in the general industrial, consumer, commercial construction, food & beverage, and alternative energy end markets, among others. Regal Rexnord sells its products and solutions to OEMs, through distributors, and directly to end‑users. Regal Rexnord is a $6.5B company with 36,000 associates globally.

You may not know it, but Regal Rexnord impacts your life every day. The company’s products enable the fans in HVAC systems that keep us comfortable; the power source that keeps smart buildings running; the agricultural and food service equipment that keeps us fed; and the conveyer systems that keep e‑commerce flowing, to name a few of the applications where our products are used.

Regal Rexnord’s business purpose is to create a better tomorrow by energy‑efficiently converting power into motion. This means creating innovative solutions while focusing on both customer needs and the company’s commitment to sustainability. The company’s industrial powertrain and automation solutions offerings are an important part of the company’s growth strategy. The company’s strategy includes leveraging 80/20 to prioritize all activities, including product excellence, operational excellence and commercial excellence (i) driving organic sales growth through the introduction of innovative new products, with a particular focus on improving energy efficiency, (ii) establishing and maintaining new customers, as well as developing new opportunities with existing customers, (iii) participating in higher growth end markets and geographies, and (iv) identifying and consummating strategic, value creating acquisitions.

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [e-mail].

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 2 years (Required)
• Quality inspection: 2 years (Required)
• Lean manufacturing: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CMI, CQT, or similar certifications (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Cleveland, OH 44125 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Paid LeavesTuition Assistance

About Regal Rexnord

Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools.

The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture.

Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [e-mail].

Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“Regal Rexnord”) do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third‑party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third‑parties for hires made.